The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Saint Lucie County, FL for 2023

Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Saint Lucie County, FL

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Caring Star 2016

The Brennity at Tradition

Provides: Memory Care
10685 SW Stony Creek Way, Port Saint Lucie, FL ...
"My grandmother has moved into The Brennity at Tradition. We haven't been there very long, but from what we have seen, whom we have met, and to whom we have spoken, they're very helpful. She was..." More

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Caring Star 2014

Lake Forest Park

Provides: Memory Care
2909 South 25th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34981
"I toured Lake Forest Park, and I met with Tricia. She's very, very nice, and very informative. She took me on a tour and showed me what a resident's room would look like. I saw the eating area and..." More

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The Lynmoore at Lawnwood

Provides: Memory Care
1550 North Lawnwood Circle, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
"My client is now at The Lynmoore at Lawnwood. They had three memory care areas, and they had an open room smaller area so she wouldn't be overwhelmed. They probably weren't the cheapest, but they..." More

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The Broadmoor Assisted Living Community

Provides: Memory Care
200 Dixieland Dr., Fort Pierce, FL 34982
"My father moved to The Broadmoor Assisted Living Community. Of course, because of COVID, we physically can't actually visit, but everyone we've worked with has been very helpful, very cooperative,..." More

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Baxter's Adult Living Facility

Provides: Memory Care
1092 SW Majorca Ave, Port Saint Lucie, FL 34953
"Our facility is on a quiet street in sunny Port St. Lucie! Our mission is to provide a community of Caring and Respect for all of our residents. We offer an environment that promotes..." More

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Caring Star 2015

Wickshire Port St. Lucie

Provides: Memory Care
9825 South US Highway 1, Port Saint Lucie, FL 3...
"I moved my mom to Wickshire Port St. Lucie in October. So far, it's been wonderful. The place is very clean. The residents are always clean. I think there are over 25 residents for memory care and..." More

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Caring Star 2016

Palms at St. Lucie West

Provides: Memory Care
501 NW Cashmere Boulevard, Port Saint Lucie, FL...
"I toured The Palms at St. Lucie West. It was really nice. I like the way it's laid out and how they have the people there. The only thing is the price. The staff are really, really nice. The way it..." More

Watercrest St. Lucie West

Provides: Memory Care
279 NW California Blvd., Port Saint Lucie, FL 3...
"My husband is a resident of Watercrest St. Lucie West. They need more aides. I know memory care has locked down procedures, but trying to get somebody to get you in there or out of there is a..." More

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Royalty First LLC

Provides: Memory Care
1733 South East Marianna Road, Port Saint Lucie...
"At Royalty First Assisted Living Home we are dedicated to providing you with compassionate assisted living in secure and inviting residential settings. Your independence and sense of self is..." More

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A Kee to Paradise

Provides: Memory Care
5579 NW Commodore Terrace, Port Saint Lucie, FL...
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    What to Consider About Memory Care in Saint Lucie County

    Saint Lucie County is on the western coast of the Florida panhandle, with a county seat of Ft. Pierce. The county has a population of 313,506, including 23.6 percent, or about 78,000 residents, who are age 65 or older and in the primary age bracket for Alzheimer's disease.

    The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration is in charge of licensing and regulating assisted living facilities that supervise seniors with dementia as Extended Congregate Care facilities, or ECCs. In Saint Lucie County, Fort Pierce and Port St. Lucie each have one ECC.

    • Saint Lucie County never receives snow and gets 51 inches of rainfall yearly, compared to the U.S. average of 39 inches. It has 238 sunny days per year, while an average U.S. city has 205. Seniors with joint pain or respiratory problems can appreciate the temperate climate, where winter lows fall to a balmy 52 degrees, and summer highs reach 91. Saint Lucie County earned 86 out of 100 in Sperling's Comfort Index.
    • Crime is rated on a scale with one being the safest area and 100 representing the most dangerous. The national average for violent crime is 31.1, and Saint Lucie County's ranking is 14 points lower at 17. Property crime in the U.S. averages 38.1, as compared to 29.2 in Saint Lucie County. Seniors with dementia can benefit from the extra security an ECC provides, such as self-locking doors, cameras and guards.
    • Florida does not impose a state income tax and has other tax laws that favor seniors, especially those on a fixed income. The money that families might have used for taxes can be spent on daily living expenses and continued care for seniors in an ECC.
    • Cost of living estimates are based on a national median of 100. Saint Lucie County's overall cost of living is 107.1, and healthcare, in particular, is 101, so expenses may not rise dramatically after placing a relative in an ECC. Families should keep that in mind when searching for a facility in Saint Lucie County.


    Paying for Memory Care in Saint Lucie County

    Average Monthly Costs

    Counties in Florida

    $5,747.00 US
    $5,340.00 Martin County
    $5,311.00 Palm Beach County
    $5,159.00 Indian River County
    $5,097.00 Highlands County
    $4,780.00 Brevard County
    $4,463.00 Osceola County
    $4,275.00 Saint Lucie County

    Memory Care costs in Saint Lucie County start around $4,275 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,747 per month.

    It’s important to note that memory care rates in Saint Lucie County and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

    Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Saint Lucie County

    Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Florida page.

    More Ways to Pay for Memory Care

    While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:

    • Veterans Benefits
    • Life Insurance Policy
    • Long-Term Care Insurance
    • Reverse Mortgage

    For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Florida page.


    Free Memory Care Resources in Saint Lucie County

    Saint Lucie County and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

    To see a list of free memory care resources in Saint Lucie County, please visit our Memory Care in Florida page.

    Directory of Winners in the Saint Lucie County Area


    Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Saint Lucie County

    Saint Lucie County-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Florida are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Florida page for more information about these laws.

    Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Saint Lucie County

    • Review of Watercrest St. Lucie West

      My husband is a resident of Watercrest St. Lucie West. They need more aides. I know memory care has locked down procedures, but trying to get somebody to get you in there or out of there is a hassl... Read more

      Judy
    • Review of Wickshire Port St. Lucie

      I toured Wickshire Port St. Lucie. The staff was excellent. It seemed homier. They gave a military discount, which was good. They also offered a shared room, so that was good. The dining area was t... Read more

      Judy
    • Review of Lake Forest Park

      I toured Lake Forest Park, and I met with Tricia. She's very, very nice, and very informative. She took me on a tour and showed me what a resident's room would look like. I saw the eating area and ... Read more

      Tiffini
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